The village of Vitré 2 , located in the commune of Grand-Bassam, resonated with the rhythm of a historic ceremony on Saturday , March 28, 2026. In front of a mobilized population in the Public Square, Mr. Bremi Ago Noël was officially presented as the new guarantor of traditions and local authority.

A mandate marked by reconciliation

Barely invested with his new responsibilities, Chief Bremi Ago Noël unveiled his absolute priority: national unity . Aware of the divisions within the community, he humbly extended a hand to his detractors.

"My first feeling is reconciliation. Without peace, there is no development. I call on my brothers who contest my appointment to come to the negotiating table. Our village is sick and needs to shine," he declared fervently.

A former headmaster and preacher at the Harrist church, this 66-year-old relies on faith and forgiveness to soothe hearts. For him, the diversity of opinions should not be an obstacle, illustrating his point with a powerful image: "Tongues and teeth coexist in the same mouth; they sometimes hurt each other, but they never leave the mouth."

A historical and spiritual legacy

A descendant of the Venan lineage, whose ancestor was king of the Betibé, Bremi Ago Noël ascends to the throne with the blessing of the Council of Notables. This public presentation marks the end of an institutional vacuum, pending official administrative validation by the Ivorian authorities.

A ceremony marked by both fervor and high security

The event took place in a unique context. While the public square was celebrating, a segment of the "Blessoué" generation demonstrated their opposition in the streets. To ensure everyone's safety, a significant police presence was deployed.

Despite these tensions, the celebration retained all its traditional and republican splendor:

1. Ancestral rites: Libations performed by the land chief.
2. Spirituality: Methodist prayers and religious exhortations.
3. Folklore: Dances of women and young people.
4. Allegiance: The new chief received the support of the college of notables, the queen mother, as well as delegations from neighboring villages (Bonoua, Yaou, Vitré 1, etc.).

Portrait of a builder

Described as a courteous man and a committed advocate for local development, Bremi Ago Noël is the father of eight children. His background as an educator and religious leader is seen by his supporters as a major asset for stabilizing Vitré 2.

The day ended with a solemn procession through the village streets, thus sealing the beginning of a new era for this historic community.